Classes and Events

Above all, gardening should be fun! Our educational and fun gardening classes offer something for everyone, from the excited beginner or experienced green thumb. Be sure to check our blog for pictures of past events. Call 484-5022 or RSVP online for a class.

Organic Lawn Care, $5March 28, 10am

Lush, green grass is one of nature's greatest pleasures, and knowing that it is free of chemicals makes it even more appealing to kick off your shoes and run barefoot. Join Gary, owner of Alpha One and learn what ingredients to look for, when to apply them, and year-round tips to keep your lawn lush and healthy. RSVP for this class.

Rose Tips and Mythbusters, $5March 28, 1pm

Much of the available rose growing information is intimidating, and geared toward growing show roses that require more work than is necessary. This class is for home gardeners who just want easy, helpful tips to grow beautiful roses. Yes, there are big, fragrant roses that grow well in Colorado!

Join Colorado Master Gardener Roger Heins to learn everything you need to know about growing roses, how to protect them through winter, myths, tips and much more. Please RSVP for this class.

Composting 101, $5March 28, 11am

Nothing benefits the soil more than amending it with rich, organic matter. Composting is a relatively easy task, but there are a few ways to speed up the process and things you should know before you spread homemade compost in your garden. Join Frankie and learn how to start a compost pile or bin, maintain the right ratio of ingredients, and how to incorporate it into your landscape. RSVP for this class.

Spring Open HouseApril 11-12, 11-3pm

See what's new for 2015 and treat yourself to a delicious lunch from Nordy's BBQ.

Controlling Bindweed with Mites, $5April 18, 11am

Yes, there is a natural solution to bindweed! The Fort Collins Conservation District is developing a biocontrol program using mites to control bindweed. These microscopic mites are already present in Larmier County, and applying concentrated colonies of them can reduce or eliminate bindweed. Join Laura Tyler to learn more about how the mites are applies and where to purchase them. RSVP for this class.

Controlling Bindweed with Mites, $5April 25, 11am

Yes, there is a natural solution to bindweed! The Fort Collins Conservation District is developing a biocontrol program using mites to control bindweed. These microscopic mites are already present in Larmier County, and applying concentrated colonies of them can reduce or eliminate bindweed. Join Laura Tyler to learn more about how the mites are applies and where to purchase them. RSVP for this class.

Saturdays in the Garden Class SeriesSaturdays: April 25-May 30 at 10am

The best way to learn how to garden is to jump right in and get dirty! This hands-on opportunity will bring up a wide variety of topics in each class, ultimately making you a more confident gardener. Join Frankie in our demonstration garden where you'll have the chance to get your hands in the soil, ask questions, learn how to transplant and much, much more! Content is subject to change, and classes are weather permitting. In the event of severe weather, classes will be pushed back one week. These classes can be taken as a series or individually. Sign up for the whole series for only $20.

April 25: Building Healthy Soil. Learn what soil amendments are available, which are best for your soil, how much and how often to incorporate them into your soil. Frankie will also discuss weed control methods and organic products to build healthy, productive soil.

May 2: Planting Cool Season Crops. Learn how to sow seeds for your favorite leafy greens and plant roots crops including onions, radishes, beets and more. You'll learn how to protect your crops from snow and severe spring weather.

May 9: No class, Mother's Day Weekend

May 16: Maintaining the Garden. Cool season crops need to be thinned, and there's always a few weeds to pull! and Frankie will discuss fertilizing, watering, insects, disease and how to keep your crops going strong all summer.

May 23: Warm Season Crops and Succession Planting. If the weather is right, we'll plant tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers. If not, we'll plant several more cool season crops and check up on what's already growing.

May 30: Growing Tomatoes and Peppers. Two of the most popular crops for home gardeners, and they're very easy to grow in the right environment. Frankie will show you how to transplant, fertilize and prune to keep your plants healthy and productive. He will discuss common environmental factors that can cause plants stress and keep them from producing a huge harvest.

Lace up your sneakers and get moving to support Sproutin' Up, a local nonprofit that provides free farmers' markets in disadvantaged neighborhoods and teaches children about growing their own food.

Controlling Bindweed with Mites, $5May 2, 11am

Yes, there is a natural solution to bindweed! The Fort Collins Conservation District is developing a biocontrol program using mites to control bindweed. These microscopic mites are already present in Larmier County, and applying concentrated colonies of them can reduce or eliminate bindweed. Join Laura Tyler to learn more about how the mites are applies and where to purchase them. RSVP for this class.

Controlling Bindweed with Mites, $5May 9, 11am

Yes, there is a natural solution to bindweed! The Fort Collins Conservation District is developing a biocontrol program using mites to control bindweed. These microscopic mites are already present in Larmier County, and applying concentrated colonies of them can reduce or eliminate bindweed. Join Laura Tyler to learn more about how the mites are applies and where to purchase them. RSVP for this class.